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Overview of Holston Health and Rehabilitation Center

Holston Health and Rehabilitation Center, licensed for nursing home care including skilled nursing, operates 94 beds in Knoxville, TN, and adds hospice and palliative care. Skilled nursing brings licensed nursing care around the clock.

Hospice and palliative care both focus on comfort. Palliative care runs alongside treatment, whereas hospice starts when life is nearing its end. Respite care gives temporary relief for a family, while short-term rehabilitation addresses a recovery anticipated to be completed.

Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 30 minutes daily per resident, counting hands-on nursing time. Rehabilitation operates in conjunction with clinical programs for IV therapy, podiatry, diabetes management, and pain management. A beauty salon is available on the premises, and gardening is one of the activities.

The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Among those, Medicare is linked to a hospital admission, covering temporary skilled care afterward but not for long-term residency here.

Daniel Graham McKenzie is administrator for NHC HealthCare/Holston Hills, LLC, the operating entity. For an individual requiring long-term nursing, a period of recuperation, or a respite for caregivers, the options available encompass all three.

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Overview of Life Care Center of Morristown

Life Care Center of Morristown is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Morristown, Tennessee. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while rehabilitation services support recovery within the facility. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing supervision or rehabilitation after an illness, injury or hospital stay.

Opened in 1973, the facility has 161 beds, bringing more residents, staff and usually more programming into the community. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 21 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover skilled nursing care. A beauty salon and barber shop provide hair care without arranging an outside appointment, while transportation and a community re entry program support residents preparing to return to activities or settings beyond the facility. Victoria Bowen serves as administrator, and Life Care Centers of America operates the community.

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Overview of Trenton Health and Rehabilitation Center

Trenton Health and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Trenton, Tennessee. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers supervision in a secured setting for someone living with dementia, supported by the community’s dementia care program.

Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. The community has 50 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care here.

Trenton Health and Rehabilitation Center may be a good fit for someone with dementia who needs supervised care, or for a family seeking a short respite stay. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can help cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 33m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. A Walk Score of 46 / 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Wally Vernon serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Diversicare of Martin

Experience unrivaled care and assistance with Diversicare of Martin, a distinguished senior living community in Mount Pelia Road, Martin, TN, offering various care services including complex medical care, memory care, long-term care, short-stay rehabilitation, and hospice care. With a team of compassionate and specially trained professionals available around the clock, seniors can rest assured of receiving the utmost care for their every need. The community goes above and beyond to provide a safe place for seniors to flourish and live their lives to the fullest.

The community respects residents’ autonomy and ensures they receive the help they need and prefer while retaining their independence. Enriching activities and stimulating programs are also conducted to keep residents happy and moving. Diversicare of Martin is a haven for seniors in need of assistance in their daily living especially with its comprehensive care services.

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Overview of Henry County Health and Rehabilitation

Henry County Health and Rehabilitation provides nursing home, hospice care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Paris, TN. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing help and supervision. Hospice focuses on comfort for someone nearing the end of life, and respite care offers a short stay while a regular caregiver travels or recovers.

The home has 136 beds, with private and shared rooms available. A private room gives one resident personal living space; a shared room means living in that space with another resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help eligible residents pay for a longer stay, and private pay means paying directly. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 1 minute per resident per day, which represents the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

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Overview of The Pavilion Senior Living

The Pavilion Senior Living offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Lebanon, TN. Aside from assistance with daily tasks, the community also provides specialized care for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Rehabilitation services also provide recovery support to help improve residents’ ability to function.

The community has 74 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 22 minutes per resident per day. Those seeking short-term stays are also welcome with respite services, giving their usual caregivers time to rest. Moreover, payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. With Victoria Harrison serving as administrator, the community welcomes pets, so residents can bring small animal companions.

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Overview of Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation

Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Etowah, TN. Licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, while rehabilitation services support residents whose care is focused on recovery. The community has 88 beds.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 57 minutes per resident each day. This represents the total nursing time allocated to each resident across a full day, rather than the hours of one individual nurse. Care programs include behavioral health, breast health, cancer care, cardiology, diabetes care, digestive health, emergency room services, infusion services, labor and delivery, medical imaging, orthopedics, rehabilitation services, and sleep diagnostics, covering behavioral health, medical treatment, diagnostic services, and rehabilitation within the facility’s listed programs.

Wallace William Stutts serves as administrator, and Athens Regional Medical Center operates the community. Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation may be a good fit for a resident who needs skilled nursing alongside rehabilitation services in one setting.

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Overview of Standing Stone Care and Rehabilitation Center

Standing Stone Care and Rehabilitation Center offers nursing home, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Monterey, TN. Nursing home and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, so it may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who is at risk of wandering.

The community has 115 beds. Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab give residents access to therapy during a temporary recovery stay. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for care. Total nurse staffing is 3h 7m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident.

Kathryn Shaffer serves as the administrator, and LP Monterey operates the community. An on-site chapel supports religious services, while an outdoor courtyard and patio provide designated areas for time outside. Transportation to community events gives residents a way to attend those activities without arranging transportation independently, and a Walk Score of 52 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for a resident who no longer drives.

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Overview of Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Wellness Center

Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Wellness Center provides nursing home care, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Elizabethton, TN. Skilled nursing and nursing home care include licensed nursing support on site, while hospice and palliative care center on comfort and support for people with serious or end of life illness. Respite care offers a temporary stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel, recover, or handle other responsibilities.

The center may suit someone who needs medical support or a temporary care arrangement. It has 94 beds, with 72% occupancy, so both occupied and unoccupied beds are present. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 53 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation are available for residents recovering while receiving skilled care. Transportation to community events lets residents attend activities beyond the center, while religious services and an onsite chapel offer places for faith based services on the property. Clinical Services and Care Navigation are also available as named programs.

Charles Cowan Gilmer serves as administrator, and LP Elizabethton operates the center.

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Overview of Creekside Center for Rehabilitation & Healing

Creekside Center for Rehabilitation & Healing, located in Madison, Tennessee, houses a 139-bed community offering skilled nursing, memory care, palliative support, hospice care, and subacute rehabilitation. Specialized clinical services encompass wound management, IV therapy, respiratory care, tracheostomy and ileostomy maintenance, and diabetic support. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs run daily on-site to assist individuals recovering from surgeries, amputations, or orthopedic conditions.

Supervision remains active day and night under the leadership of administrator Rajlin Salih. Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 12 minutes allocated per resident. Dining features meals crafted by an in-house chef alongside a staff dietitian to balance flavor and health requirements. Nearby neighborhood amenities hold a 56 walk score, offering convenient access to select local spots.

Interested individuals may contact Creekside Center for Rehabilitation & Healing to set up a walkthrough, discuss tailored therapy plans, or review admission criteria. Payment methods include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private pay.

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Nursing Homes in Tennessee at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Tennessee. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Tennessee. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.1/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Tennessee. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5